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Stolen gear

Last summer, a Kora Eclipse preamp, TG Audio Line Sucker and other items were stolen from my storage unit in Los Angeles. The thieves did not take the 2nd box which had the independent dedicated power supply and dedicated remote control for the preamp. This component is dependent on the remote control to power on/off and switch inputs. There are no on-board chassis controls – other than volume. IOW, the unit is useless w/o the remote control.

With some Google detective work, I discovered the line of possession of the Kora Eclipse preamp – from Ebay - sold to Audiogon member #1 – then re-sold to Audiogon member #2 in Canada. The Serial # PE02B109 is confirmed by the photos in the classified ads. I have sent internal emails to both Audiogon members. I offered to reimburse the purchase price of $350 so there would be no financial loss. Member #1 was very courteous and expressed concern – but, did not have the unit any longer. Member #2, has the preamp, but has not responded – to two of my emails. I have learned that he fashioned a power supply – but cannot operate the unit w/o the dedicated remote control.

I would like to have the component back. It was not insured. Member #2 has 100% positive feedback on Audiogon with glowing comments. Yet, for some reason, he isn’t responding to this unfortunate situation. The solution is readily available. Any suggestions?
steakster
don_s
270 posts
 
Steakster,

I know this does not solve your problem but I wonder if you contacted eBay and explained to them a member sold stolen equipment.
mitch2
1,911 posts
 
Your title says it all....it is "stolen" gear.
Your offer to buy back "your" stolen gear is generous but, seriously, your stuff was stolen, report it to the police. It would be interesting to hear the story given to the buyers as to why the preamp was not all together.
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swampwalker
5,132 posts
 
Flea-bay is unlikely to give a rat's patoot. I had a collection of folding knives stolen a couple of years ago. Several were rather distinctive and showed up on flea-bay within a few months from sellers within 500 miles of my home. My local police and I both contacted them to no avail. Of course, I did not have serial #s but they never even responded to me.
ebm
5,165 posts
 
Time to kick ass and take names!!
bjesien
614 posts
 
Call a detective in his area and explain the situation. You will get very clear feedback on your next move. The real thing to consider-- is it worth your time with the court system? If not...

Find out where he lives and hire a driver with a helmet to take down the front 1/3 of his house. Once all the beams are sagging and ready to collapse, run in and grab your piece, and anything else that looks good, and get the hell out! Throw a few flea market smoke bombs along the way.

All set.
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